Travel Physical Therapist Assistant, Rehabilitation - $1,483 per week

Key Responsibilities

• Implementing Treatment Plans
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities
• Use physical therapy equipment to aid in patient recovery
• Guide patients through prescribed exercises
• Monitor patient responses to physical therapy treatments
• Track and document changes in patient condition
• Provide feedback on patient performance
• Educate patients on proper body mechanics and techniques
• Document patient interactions and report significant findings
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure coordinated care
• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Maintain and clean physical therapy equipment
• Ensure therapy areas are tidy and organized
• Assist in evaluations and initial assessments
• Monitor patients for signs of fatigue, discomfort, or injury

Requirements

• Current certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• Experience in physical therapy
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques and equipment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current PTA license
• Passing scores on relevant exams

Skills

• Physical therapy techniques
• Therapeutic exercises
• Manual therapy techniques
• Modalities (hot/cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation)
• Physical therapy equipment (treadmills, stationary bikes, resistance machines)
• Documentation and record keeping
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Equipment and facility maintenance
• Initial assessments and evaluations
• Safety and injury prevention

Benefits

• Tax-free stipend amount to be determined

Pay

• Based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation)

Schedule

• 8 hours, days